HP Complete Guide to BIOS for Stream 11 Series and PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI

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9Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)

Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Setup Utility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the amount of system and extended memory.

Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)

To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f10.

NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Errors can prevent the computer from operating properly.

Updating the BIOS

Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website.

Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs.

Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file.

Determining the BIOS version

To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer, you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed.

BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be revealed by pressing fn+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by using Setup Utility (BIOS).

1.Start Setup Utility (BIOS) (see Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) on page 56).

2.Use the arrow keys to select Main, and then make note of your current BIOS version.

3.To exit Setup Utility (BIOS) without saving your changes, use the arrow keys to select Exit, select Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter.

4.Select Yes.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Processor configuration setting select models only Vi Processor configuration setting select models only Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Starting Setup Utility Bios Updating the Bios Input power Operating environment Best practices Starting rightVisit the HP Apps Store Fun things to doPage Resource Contents More HP resourcesResource Locating hardware Getting to know your computerFinding your hardware and software information Locating softwareRight side Component DescriptionSelect the HP Support Assistant app Left side Display Top TouchpadLights Buttons Keys Fn keyBottom Labels ComponentWarranty period Model number select models only Using the wireless controls Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless buttonSharing data and drives and accessing software Using a WlanUsing operating system controls Using an Internet service provider Setting up a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Connecting to a Wlan Protecting your WlanUsing HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting and removing a SIM Connecting to a wired network select models only Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a local area network LAN Enjoying entertainment features Multimedia featuresHP Support Assistant app Using the webcam Using audioConnecting headphones and microphones Using video Testing your audio featuresConnecting video devices by using an Hdmi cable Setting up Hdmi audio Using the TouchPad and gestures Navigating the screenTapping Scrolling Finger pinch zoom Finger click Rotating select models only Edge swipes Display and select a charmDisplay the Customize icon Switch between open apps Using the action keys Using the keyboard and mouseUsing the keys Icon Key DescriptionUsing Windows shortcut keys Using the hot keysManaging power Initiating Sleep and HibernationSetting password protection on wakeup Manually initiating and exiting SleepFactory-sealed battery Using the power meter and power settingsRunning on battery power Finding battery informationConserving battery power Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Running on external AC power Troubleshooting power problems Shutting down turning off the computer Improving performance Using Disk CleanupMaintaining your computer Handling drivesCleaning your computer Cleaning proceduresUpdating programs and drivers Cleaning the display All-in-Ones or Notebooks Cleaning the sides or coverCleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse Traveling with or shipping your computer Using passwords Computer risk Security featureSecuring your computer and information Setting Windows passwords Setting Setup Utility Bios passwordsPassword Function Using antivirus software Using Internet security softwareInstalling software updates Using firewall softwareSecuring your wireless network Installing HP and third-party software updatesBacking up your software applications and information Using an optional security cable lock Starting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios update Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB deviceRestore and recovery Backing up, restoring, and recoveringCreating recovery media and backups Creating HP Recovery mediaRecovering using HP Recovery Manager What you need to knowUsing the HP Recovery partition select models only Using HP Recovery media to recoverChanging the computer boot order Specifications Input powerOperating environment Electrostatic Discharge Symbols/Numerics IndexHdmi

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